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John McCain: Deterrence is not achievable simply with enhanced capabilities, your adversary must believe you intend to use it.

On the recordFebruary 8, 2016
Deterrence is not achievable simply with enhanced capabilities, your adversary must believe you intend to use it.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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McCain discusses the importance of credible deterrence against adversaries.

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